Empowered Birth Services

Empowered Birth Services Enter parenthood with confidence. Empower your birth with prenatal classes, breastfeeding support, and birth doula services for expats in the Eindhoven region.

04/12/2025

Postpartum is powerful… and it can also feel overwhelming, lonely, and nothing like what you expected.

That’s why we created Beyond Birth, a 5 month space for you to be held, supported, and understood.

Inside this program, we explore your emotional wellbeing, identity shifts, relationships, boundaries, recovery… and everything no one prepares you for.

If you’ve been craving connection, clarity, and support that actually meets you where you are — this is your sign.

Join one of our FREE Planning for Postpartum Webinars
10 December in Dutch
18 December in English

The group sessions begin in January with more to follow.

Head to beyondbirth.nl or my link in bio to learn more and join.

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Anna. April, and Ruth
Beyond Birth Team

Expecting Together is growing, and so is our circle.From now on, we’re welcoming experienced mothers into our pregnancy ...
04/12/2025

Expecting Together is growing, and so is our circle.

From now on, we’re welcoming experienced mothers into our pregnancy & postpartum meetups to create an intergenerational community of women supporting women.

Let’s create a space where the wisdom of mothers can be passed on.

Because the journey into motherhood is richer when wisdom is shared, stories are held, and no one walks it alone.

Come sit with us, learn with us, and grow with us.

Monday 8 December 10:00-12:00
Large table in the Children's section
Eindhoven Library
Emmasingel 22
5611XP Eindhoven

Reserve your spot at pregnantineindhoven.com

18/11/2025

Plan A, Plan B, Plan C: Why Your Birth Preferences Need Flexibility
You've likely heard of a "Birth Plan," but I prefer to think of it as Birth Preferences, and you need more than one!

Labor is unpredictable, which is why preparing for multiple scenarios is the best way to feel in control and have a satisfying birth no matter what path your birth takes.

Here is the simple framework I use with my clients:

Plan A: The Ideal Birth
This is the birth you dream of, your ideal environment, coping techniques, and support team.

Maybe this is a birth where you are offered pain medication the moment you enter the hospital. Maybe this is a homebirth where you are surrounded by your loved ones. Whatever it is, this is what you dream of when you visualize giving birth.

Plan B: The Medicalized Birth
Life happens! Sometimes intervention is necessary or desired. Planning for medical scenarios helps you retain autonomy.

You have options even when words like “induction” or “vacuum” are in the conversation. When you choose your path through a medicalized birth, you will have a more empowering and satisfying experience.

Plan C: The Cesarean Birth
A planned or unplanned cesarean delivery is still a powerful birth. Having preferences ready means you are informed, not overwhelmed.

Many people think they have no choices at all when it comes to a cesarean birth, but you actually do! We discuss these powerful points of choice when we talk about Plan C.

The Takeaway
Your preferences document isn't a rigid contract but rather a communication tool for you and your partner and your care team.

What does your birth plan look like? Let me know in the comments!

Giving birth is just the beginning.Join us for a free online session designed to help you prepare for life after birth: ...
17/11/2025

Giving birth is just the beginning.

Join us for a free online session designed to help you prepare for life after birth: the emotional, physical, and practical changes that come with welcoming a new baby.

26 November 2025
19:30-20:30

During this webinar, you’ll:

➡️ Learn what to expect in the first weeks and months postpartum

➡️ Explore how to care for yourself while caring for your baby

➡️ Create a simple postpartum plan to help you feel supported and confident

➡️ Discover how Beyond Birth can guide you through this transition into parenthood

Reserve your spot today!

beyondbirth.nl

Join us for our next Expecting Together Pregnancy & Postpartum Meetup with special guest Özge, owner of virababy.nl!Disc...
04/11/2025

Join us for our next Expecting Together Pregnancy & Postpartum Meetup with special guest Özge, owner of virababy.nl!

Discover the world of babywearing, learn how to safely use slings, and get answers to all your questions about pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum while connecting with other parents-to-be and new parents.

Bibliotheek Eindhoven
Monday, 10 November
10:00 – 12:00

Reserve your spot at pregnantineindhoven.com

We can’t wait to see you there!

21/10/2025

This free webinar is designed to help you feel more supported, confident, and prepared for the postpartum period. Together, we’ll explore what to expect in those early weeks, how to plan for rest and support, and how to care for yourself as you care for your baby.

Date: 21 October
Time: 19:30

Register at beyondbirth.nl (link on bio)!

12/10/2025

Are you expecting a baby in December or January and still looking for a last-minute childbirth preparation course?

I have space for one more couple to join a small, personalized group course held in a cozy private home. It’s the perfect balance between the intimacy of a private course and the connection of a group setting.

✨ Flexible scheduling (we coordinate together)
✨ Evidence-based, practical preparation
✨ Calm, supportive environment

If this sounds like a good fit for you, send me a message or sign up here: https://empoweredbirthservices.nl/prenatal-birth-and-breastfeeding-classes -group-childbirth-class

Are you expecting a baby in December or January and still looking for a last-minute childbirth preparation course?I have...
09/10/2025

Are you expecting a baby in December or January and still looking for a last-minute childbirth preparation course?

I have space for one more couple to join a small, personalized group course held in a cozy private home. It’s the perfect balance between the intimacy of a private course and the connection of a group setting.

✨ Flexible scheduling (we coordinate together)
✨ Evidence-based, practical preparation
✨ Calm, supportive environment

If this sounds like a good fit for you, send me a message or sign up here: https://empoweredbirthservices.nl/prenatal-birth-and-breastfeeding-classes -group-childbirth-class

09/10/2025

Imagine receiving personalized birth and postpartum preparation support all from the comfort of your own home!

Throughout this 12-hour course, we will explore physiological birth, key decision points and possible interventions, effective communication tools, comfort measures, breastfeeding, postpartum recovery, and newborn care.

Book your private Empowered Childbirths Course today! Link in bio.

Giving birth is just the beginning.Join us for a free online session designed to help you prepare for life after birth: ...
06/10/2025

Giving birth is just the beginning.

Join us for a free online session designed to help you prepare for life after birth: the emotional, physical, and practical changes that come with welcoming a new baby.

21 October 2025
19:30-20:30

During this webinar, you’ll:

➡️ Learn what to expect in the first weeks and months postpartum

➡️ Explore how to care for yourself while caring for your baby

➡️ Create a simple postpartum plan to help you feel supported and confident

➡️ Discover how Beyond Birth can guide you through this transition

Reserve your spot today! beyond birth.nl

We're so excited to introduce you to the creators and facilitators of Beyond Birth!We started this project because we be...
15/09/2025

We're so excited to introduce you to the creators and facilitators of Beyond Birth!

We started this project because we believe that the postpartum journey deserves more than just medical check-ups. It's a transformative period filled with joy, challenges, and everything in between. Our goal is to create a nurturing space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered.

Ruth Adriaansens .bvc
April Alkema-van Oers .nl
Anna Latham .birth.services

We can't wait to meet you and welcome you into the Beyond Birth community. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask in the comments!

Make sure you follow .nl for updates!
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We zijn zo blij om jullie voor te stellen aan de makers en begeleiders van Beyond Birth!

We zijn dit project gestart omdat we geloven dat de postpartum-reis meer verdient dan alleen medische controles. Het is een transformerende periode vol vreugde, uitdagingen en alles daartussenin. Ons doel is om een veilige plek te creëren waar je je gezien, gesteund en gesterkt voelt.

Ruth Adriaansens .bvc
April Alkema-van Oers .nl
Anna Latham .birth.services

We kijken ernaar uit jullie te ontmoeten en te verwelkomen in de Beyond Birth community. Als je vragen hebt, stel ze gerust in de reacties!

Zorg dat je .nl volgt voor updates!

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